Oil Painting Every Day

Oil Painting Every Day shows you how to translate what you see into captivating paintings. Begin with a solid understanding of oil paint and essential supplies, then try easy exercises that will train your eye to see the world like an artist.

From there, you&'ll learn how to capture beautiful details in landscapes and still lifes and create shadows and depth to make your work come alive. Refine those details to paint waves, clouds, and floral scenes, and get all the tips, tricks, and techniques you need for a doable portrait to get you started in figurative work.

In this book you&'ll find:

How drawings and underpaintings can give your paintings a boost
How to care for your tools and materials
Tips and techniques for working in sketchbooks and on canvas
The benefits of maintaining a consistent art practice
How to paint from life and photographs
Ways to build cohesive compositions that tell a story
Format: Paperback
Size: 215.9 x 279.4mm (8.5in x 11in)
Author: Robin Sealark